Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant)

How to grow Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) in NZ

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) grows best in full sun or light shade and prefers fertile, free draining soil in NZ gardens. Choose a sheltered position that is protected from strong winds and late frosts. Work compost into the soil before planting and water regularly during establishment. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. In cooler regions this variety crops particularly well and rewards good care with heavy yields.

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) care tips

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) is relatively easy care when given the right growing conditions. Keep the soil evenly moist during dry periods, especially while fruit is forming. Feed in early spring with a balanced fruit fertiliser to support flowering and cropping. Prune after harvest by removing old wood and lightly shaping the shrub to maintain an open centre. Regular pruning encourages strong new shoots and improves fruit quality.

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) size spacing and growth rate

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) typically grows to around one and a half metres tall and wide, forming a rounded shrub. Space plants about one and a half to two metres apart to allow good airflow and light penetration. Growth is moderate, with plants reaching productive size within two to three years. Once established, this variety provides reliable crops each season and responds well to regular pruning and feeding.

Landscaping uses for Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant)

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) is ideal for edible gardens, mixed borders, and dedicated berry patches. It can be grown as a feature shrub, in a small orchard row, or combined with other fruiting plants for a productive landscape. The spring flowers attract beneficial insects, while the bright red fruit adds colour and interest. This variety suits cottage gardens, family gardens, and smaller sections where dual purpose plants are valued.

Why buy Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) from The Plant Company?

Ribes 'Gloria de Versailles' (Red Currant) from The Plant Company is supplied as a strong, healthy plant selected for performance in NZ conditions. Our plants are carefully grown so they establish quickly and crop well. The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery and provides expert advice to help you get the best from your fruiting plants. Buying from us ensures top quality stock, reliable harvests, and great value for your garden.